Yep, this Grandpa is one of us.
When I checked out the children’s book Tea With Grandpa from the library a couple of years ago to share with the grands, I read … Read more
“Flat people” to the rescue.
“Mom? Are you and dad busy?” asked our daughter-in-love on the phone the other day. She sounded a tad frustrated. “Not at all. What do … Read more
Corona-caused caution: your grandkids might hesitate about you as babysitter.
Out-of-town grandparents always have had to “tread lightly” when reuniting with grandkids. Now, this Corona virus has reached its nasty hand into all our relationships … Read more
Just when I think I’m doing okay …
Dear Eleni Kalorkoti, I love this art you created in the The New York Times. How talented you are! But alas, my admiration for your … Read more
You can do THAT while Skyping with grandkids? Sure!
If all you want during your Skype, FaceTime, Google Duo, or Facebook Portal time is to talk with your young grandchild, chances are they’ll get … Read more
When will I see my grandkids again? A bit of pandemic panic.
Whether we were able to fly to see the across-the-country grandkids used to depend on two things: could we afford the ticket and — when … Read more